Kids who are interested in snakes will have fun making these snake crafts and learning about nature and wildlife.
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Snakes are reptiles. They live all over the world and come in a rainbow of colors and patterns for camouflage. Whether you’re learning about snakes around the world or just the ones in your backyard, these snake crafts are a great activity.
Gather your favorite craft supplies – construction paper, scissors, markers, and yarn – and get ready for fun. We’ve collected tons of fun craft ideas from bloggers.
While you’re learning about wildlife, hop over and make a few of these frog crafts next, or try these cute hedgehog crafts.
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Fun snake craft ideas
These snake crafts are fun for kids of all ages!
Snake Accordion Paper Craft
This snake accordion is an excellent way for kids to practice fine motor skills while folding. Make snakes in any color or even use patterned paper!
Slithering Snake Paper Twirler
Kids will enjoy practicing cutting with scissors to make a paper snake twirler. Afterward, hang it up to spin in a breeze!
Snake Paper Bag Puppet
Paper bag puppets double as a craft and a playtime activity. Make this smiling snake using the printable template for easy fun.
Snake Headband
Make a snake headband to wear while you pretend to slither and move like a snake. This easy craft starts with a printable template, making it fun for all ages.
Paper Snake Weaving
Introduce your child to weaving with an easy paper craft. This is a great open-ended activity that you can make as simple or detailed as you like.
Jumping Origami Snake
Introduce your child to origami with an easy paper folding craft. This snake is easy to make and has a surprise––it jumps when you press the tail!
Easy Finger Knitting Snakes
How cute are these finger knitting snakes? You only need a little yarn to get started, so this project is perfect for using leftovers from something else.
Printable Snake Puppet
Print and color a snake finger puppet that can open and close its mouth, complete with fangs and a flickering tongue.
Moveable Cardboard Snake
Upcycle toilet paper tubes into a creative cardboard snake with articulated joints that move.
Craft Stick Snake
Turn colorful popsicle sticks into a snake that kids can build over and over again. This would be a fun activity for learning about patterns and camouflage.
Loom Band Snakes
Wondering what to do with those loom bands in your craft stash? Make them into a cute and colorful snake!
Leaf Snake
You'll need to find the biggest leaf in your backyard or neighborhood park to make this simple leaf snake. Look for leaves in different colors and patterns to make a whole snake family!
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